Pregnancy and Hatha Yoga Dublin

Introduction

Pregnancy Yoga classes. Yoga is the prefect activity for pregnant women. It increases strength, stamina, circulation and balance. It helps women to become aware of the power of the breath which can be an invaluable tool, especially during labour.
Yoga can reduce many typical pregnancy ailments – from back pain to insomnia and even heartburn.
Poses for opening and strengthening the body are taught along with breathing and relaxation techniques for pregnancy and labour.

Mother and baby yoga is a wonderful way to bond with your baby while getting back in shape.
The class focuses on re-building core strength and toning muscles as well as relieving tension in areas such as the neck and shoulders.
Practising yoga can help relieve the stress on the body of pregnancy and child birth.
The class is open to mothers after their post partum check-up (6 weeks or 10 for a C-section) until their babies are actively crawling. Bring a toy and a blanket for baby.

Hatha Yoga Yoga has wonderful physical and emotional benefits. Poses can release tense muscles, increase flexibility and strength and when practised correctly doesn’t put strain on the body. Breathing and relaxation techniques learnt in yoga can help deal with stress and improve concentration. Each hatha yoga class finishes with a deep relaxation session. The practice of the postures tends to promote a calm, still state which allows the mind and body to relax more easily. Yoga can help improve energy levels and alleviate symptoms of stress.